The Tsurphu to Yangpachen trek is an excellent choice for those who want to get a close look at the Tibetan herders (drokpa) and their semi-nomadic lifestyle. Although they have permanent winter homes they spend much of the year camping with their animals.

Beginning at Tsurphu Monastery this rugged walk crosses several alpine valleys before emerging into the broad and windswept Yangpachen valley. This is a high elevation trek exceeding 4400m for the entire duration and a maximum elevation of 5300m at the Lasar-la. Combining alpine tundra and sweeping mountain panoramas with visits to monasteries and a nunnery, this trek nicely balances cultural and wilderness activities.

Day01:
Arrive in Chengdu

Day02:
Fly to Lhasa

Day03 - 04:
Lhasa

Day05:
Lhasa - Tsurpu

Day06:
Tsurphu Monastery to Leten (3.5 hours)

Day07:
Leten to Bartso (5 hours)

Day08:
Bartso to Djore Ling Nunnery (3.5 hours)

Day09:
Djore Ling Nunnery to Yangpachen Monastery (3 hours)

Day10:
Yangpachen - Lhasa

Day11:
Fly from Lhasa via Chengdu to Beijing

Day12:
Trip ends